Long Distance Towing from Christchurch

Christchurch is New Zealand's South Island hub, making it a natural starting point for long-distance vehicle transport to Dunedin, Queenstown, Nelson, and across the Cook Strait to the North Island. Towing Christchurch provides professional, fully-insured long-distance vehicle transport from Christchurch to any New Zealand destination.

Key Long Distance Routes from Christchurch

RouteDistanceFrom Price
Christchurch to Dunedin (SH1 South)~360km$480
Christchurch to Queenstown~480km$560
Christchurch to Nelson (SH1 / SH6)~420km$450
Christchurch to Greymouth~250km$320
Christchurch to Timaru~160km$250
Christchurch to Wellington (via Picton ferry)~900km + ferryFrom $700

The Arthur’s Pass Route to the West Coast

Towing from Christchurch to Greymouth or the West Coast can go via Arthur's Pass (SH73 — more direct but alpine) or via the Lewis Pass (SH7 — longer but gentler). We advise on the safest route based on weather conditions and vehicle type at the time of booking.

Christchurch to Dunedin — SH1 South

The SH1 South corridor from Christchurch to Dunedin via Timaru and Oamaru is approximately 360km. This is our most common long-distance route. Standard car: from $480. Motorhome/campervan: from $680. Timing is typically same-day or next-day depending on booking time.

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Long distance towing from Christchurch to anywhere in NZ. Call for a quote.